Are the US and Israel waging war on Iran’s cultural heritage?

Iran has accused the United States and Israel of damaging or destroying at least 56 of its cultural heritage sites during the ongoing conflict. The claim reflects escalating tensions between Iran and the two countries, which have engaged in direct military exchanges in recent months following Israel's operations in Gaza and broader regional instability. Cultural heritage sites hold significant symbolic and historical value; their destruction can constitute a war crime under international law and the Hague Convention. Iran's assertion signals a shift in rhetoric toward framing the conflict as an attack on its national identity and historical legacy, not merely military targets. The allegation will likely become a point of contention in international forums and among cultural preservation organizations monitoring compliance with humanitarian law.